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SmartVision MX User's Guide
14362-000 Rev. D
3.4 Connecting Power
Use two of each of these connectors at each bracket:
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M4x8 stainless socket-head cap screws
l
M4 stainless split lock washers
l
M4 stainless flat washers
Tighten the M4 screws to 4.6 N·m (40.7 in-lbf).
3.4 Connecting Power
Connect 24 VDC power to the input of the SmartVision MX.
External Power Supply
The SmartVision MX requires filtered 24 VDC power. It takes 4.2 A at 24 VDC.
NOTE:
You must provide your own power supply. Make sure the power cables
and power supply conform to the specifications in the following table.
Table 3-1. Power Supply and Power Cable Specifications
Customer-Supplied
Power Supply
24 VDC (-10%, +5%), 150 W (6 A)
Circuit Protection
Not more than 8 A (below the amper-
age rating of the cable used)
Power Cabling
1.5 to 1.85 mm
2
(16 to 14 AWG), full-
cover, braided shield cable, maximum
length 10 meters
Shield Termination
Braided shield connected to the left
wire slot of the VDC connector on the
power side of the SmartVision MX. On
the other end of the cable, the shield
should be connected to the power sup-
ply chassis.
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CAUTION:
Make sure you select a 24 VDC power supply that meets the spe-
cifications in the preceding table. Using an underrated supply can cause sys-
tem problems and prevent your equipment from operating correctly. See the
following table for recommended power supplies.
NOTE:
The power requirements for the user-supplied power supply will vary
depending on the configuration of the SmartVision MX industrial PC and con-
nected devices. A minimum configuration requires 3.0 A at 24 VDC. However, a
24 V, 6 A power supply is recommended to allow for additional current draw
from connected external devices.
